[Neuroendovascular Therapy and Infection]

No Shinkei Geka. 2022 Sep;50(5):969-976. doi: 10.11477/mf.1436204656.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

In this paper, we will discuss the relationship between neuroendovascular therapy and infection in two parts: the risk of infectious complications in neuroendovascular therapy and neuroendovascular therapy for infectious diseases. The risk of infectious complications associated with neuroendovascular therapy is rare but should not be ignored. We must comply with clean procedures and consider prophylactic antibiotic administration in selected cases. Neuroendovascular therapy for infectious diseases is a high-risk treatment, and a safer treatment strategy should be considered for each case.

MeSH terms

  • Communicable Diseases*
  • Endovascular Procedures* / methods
  • Humans
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Retrospective Studies